This type of landform is formed by both fast and slow winds blowing in the same direction with the direction of the wind perpendicular to the landform created. What kind of landform is this?

Longitudinal Dunes

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Transverse Dunes

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Barchans

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Loess

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Solution

The correct option is B Transverse Dunes
Transverse dunes are long sand dunes with a wavy ridge running along their length. These dunes are arranged in rows that are parallel, or side by side. They are made by winds carrying lots of sand. The ridges lie at right angles to the direction of the wind. Some transverse dunes are more than 30 miles (50 km) long.

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